Zantac Uses, Side Effects, Warnings & Recalls - Drugs.com
WEBDo not use Zantac if you are allergic to ranitidine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or porphyria. Heartburn is often confused with the first symptoms of a heart attack.
Zantac cancer risk by type and safe alternatives - Medical News Today
WEBAug 19, 2022 · The drug Zantac can elevate the risk of a person developing cancer. The active ingredient, ranitidine, contains a contaminant called NDMA, which is a probable human carcinogen.
Zantac: 7 things you should know - Drugs.com
WEBMay 16, 2024 · Products containing ranitidine, including Zantac, were withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2020 because of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) contaminants. NDMA is a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer).
Zantac Overview: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage, Recall and More
WEBFeb 15, 2022 · To be safe, talk with your healthcare provider before taking Zantac 360. Heartburn symptoms can sometimes be similar to those of more serious problems, like stomach cancer . Using Zantac 360 could mask those symptoms or prevent you from seeking the proper medical attention.
The FDA Announces Two More Antacid Recalls Due to Cancer Risk
WEBJan 10, 2020 · Two more companies recalled their ranitidine drugs, generic forms of Zantac, over concerns they may contain a carcinogenic substance.
Zantac-360 (Famotidine) Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions ... - WebMD
WEBFind patient medical information for Zantac-360 (famotidine) oral on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings.
What you should know if you take Zantac or ranitidine
WEBOct 22, 2019 · If you take Zantac or its generic version, ranitidine, you may have noticed that you can't find it on the shelves at the pharmacy. That's because drug-makers recalled it due to safety concerns.
Should You Keep Taking Zantac for Your Heartburn?
WEBSep 19, 2019 · The heartburn drug Zantac has been on the market for decades, and was considered safe enough to be sold over the counter and regularly given to infants. But on Sept. 13, the Food and Drug...
Popular heartburn drug ranitidine recalled: What you need to …
WEBOct 1, 2019 · If you or a family member take ranitidine (Zantac) to relieve heartburn, you may have heard that the FDA has found a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer) in it. The story is unfolding quickly and many details remain murky.
Famotidine: Uses & Warnings - Cleveland Clinic
WEBFamotidine is a medication that treats conditions that cause too much stomach acid, like heartburn, stomach ulcers and reflux disease. Common brand names include Pepcid® and Zantac®.